 Northern Resident Killer Whales - Wild Orcas
The Northern Resident Killer Whales arrive in Johnstone Strait each year near the end of June to feed on the wild pacific salmon that are heading up the inlets to spawn. The resident killer whales eat about 25 salmon per day and spend most of each day searching for food, or foraging.
Wild Orcas are Cataloged for Identification
All the Northern Resident Killer Whales have been "cataloged" or photographed and identified by researchers so that they can keep track of population densities etc. In the photo above the "saddle patch" or grey/white pigmentation just behind the dorsal fin can be seen. It is this area that best identifies each Orca whale as an individual. Each Killer Whale has different pigmentation as well as scars in this area making it much like a finger print for the whale. Also, in the photo above you will notice a knick near the top of the dorsal fin. These nicks and cuts on the dorsal fin, which occur naturally during the whales life are another way to help with this whale identification. Occasionally these Killer Whales will have scars from hitting motor boat or ship propellers. Professional Kayak With Killer Whale Guides
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